Predicting the future of Earth's landmasses.

  • Published In: Science News, 2023, v. 204, n. 2. P. 29 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Tripathy-Lang, Alka 3 of 3

Abstract

On the journey back in time, Mitchell visits how the continents came together in the past to form the previous supercontinents. In The Next Supercontinent, geophysicist Ross Mitchell previews what the world might look like when Earth's continents amalgamate into a single landmass. The supercontinent cycle, Mitchell argues, is linked to mantle movement that transfers Earth's interior heat upward so the crust can release it. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2023/08, Vol. 204, Issue 2, p29
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:167347843
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